Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Regarding Stimulus Factors

question 87

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding stimulus factors and attention?

• A) Larger stimuli are more likely to be noticed than smaller ones.
• B) Stimuli with greater intensity (e.g., loudness, brightness, length) are more likely to be noticed than less-intense stimuli.
• C) Attention generally increases across repeated exposures, particularly when those exposures occur in a short period of time.
• D) Individuals tend to be attracted to pleasant stimuli and repelled by unpleasant stimuli.
• E) Consumers pay more attention to stimuli that contrast with their background than to stimuli that blend with it.

---

Definitions:

Self-identity

An individual's conception and expression of their own individuality or group affiliations (such as national identity or cultural identity).

Social Class

A division of society based on social and economic status, influencing individuals' opportunities, lifestyles, attitudes, and behavior.

Tabula Rasa

A philosophical theory that suggests individuals are born without built-in mental content, and all knowledge comes from experience or perception.

Adaptive Personalities

Traits in individuals that enhance their ability to cope with changes and challenges in their environment.